Joseph Sam, M.D.
NPI 1861447898 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Tacoma, WA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Sam, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Tacoma, WA (NPI 1861447898).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1861447898
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME85330 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,165 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Piflufolastat F-18, Diagnostic, 1 MillicurieA9595 | 541 | $649 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study From Skull Base to Mid-Thigh With Ct Scan78815 | 278 | $109 |
| Nuclear Medicine Study From Skull Base to Mid-Thigh With Ct Scan78815 | 245 | $1,637 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 237 | $283 |
| Ct Scan of Chest With Contrast71260 | 235 | $100 |
| Fluorodeoxyglucose F-18 Fdg, Diagnostic, Per Study Dose, Up to 45 MillicuriesA9552 | 206 | $353 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$163 across 1 record (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-25
- Last updated
- 2024-08-30
- Certified
- 2024-08-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Sam's NPI number?
- Joseph Sam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861447898, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Sam's specialty?
- Joseph Sam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Sam located?
- Joseph Sam's practice location on file with NPPES is 1304 Fawcett Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402-1911.
- What is Joseph Sam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Sam is (253) 761-4200.
- Does Joseph Sam accept Medicare?
- Joseph Sam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Sam's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Sam's NPI (1861447898) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-08-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.